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Which statement concerning stimulus drives is FALSE?

a. Animals will work at tasks where no visible reward is given.
b. Stimulus drives are considered non-homestatic.
c. The drive for stimulation is already present during infancy.
d. Your level of arousal is closely linked with your motivation.

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Final answer:

The false statement concerning stimulus drives is that animals will work at tasks where no visible reward is given. Stimulus drives involve seeking rewards or changes in stimulation and are non-homeostatic with arousal levels influencing motivation.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question is asking which statement about stimulus drives is FALSE. Out of the options presented, the false statement is that animals will work at tasks where no visible reward is given, as stimulus drives usually involve seeking a reward or a change in stimulation. Stimulus drives are considered non-homeostatic drives, which means they are not primarily focused on maintaining physiological balance within the body but rather on seeking stimulation or responding to changes in sensory information. The drive for stimulation indeed is present during infancy as infants exhibit behaviors such as rooting and sucking, and one's level of arousal is indeed closely linked with motivation, forming the basis of arousal theory of motivation.

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